Pennsylvania Dental Association Urges Members to Use New ADA Educational Material

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HARRISBURG, Pa., March 13 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pennsylvania Dental
Association (PDA) is recommending that PDA member dentists use a recently
published brochure by the American Dental Association (ADA) when discussing
restorative options with patients.

"The Pennsylvania Dental Association encourages its members to give
patients the latest information on oral health issues," said Dr. Jon J.
Johnston, President of the Pennsylvania Dental Association. "The ADA
brochure is an excellent resource for patients to learn about the wide
assortment of restorative options available to them."

Johnston noted that patients could be confused about which restorative
options are best for their individual health needs. "I hope patients
discuss all treatment options with their dentist, and this brochure is a
wonderful starting point," Johnston said. He added that the reader-friendly
ADA brochure details the advantages and disadvantages of a variety of
restorative materials, such as amalgam, composite and porcelain
restorations.

The ADA brochure also discusses the issue of mercury in dental amalgam
fillings. The brochure notes that dental amalgam fillings, commonly called
"silver fillings" because of their color, contain elemental mercury. The
brochure further explains that numerous public health organizations, such
as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the Food and
Drug Administration (FDA), as well as the ADA, have found no scientific
evidence that casts any doubt on the safety of dental amalgam, except for
rare cases of localized allergic reactions.

The brochure also details the advantages and disadvantages of using
amalgam fillings. Amalgam is strong and durable, but it is not
tooth-colored and tends to darken over time, which makes it less
cosmetically appealing.

Johnston said the PDA is currently working with the Philadelphia
Department of Public Health to develop a patient brochure on restorative
options, including amalgam and composite fillings. Johnston said the PDA
and other dental organizations want to ensure that any brochures used with
patients are based on scientific fact.

"The PDA wants patients to have the facts in order to make informed
decisions about whether to request amalgam or composite fillings," Johnston
said. "The ADA brochure will be very helpful for patients learning the pros
and cons of restorative materials when discussing their options with their
dentist. I urge PDA members to use this informative brochure when
discussing options with their patients."

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